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The Power of Positivity

The Power of Positivity

Published on November 16, 2016, at 4:32 p.m. By Mary Catherine Molay The 2016 presidential race was one like we have never seen before. There has been media backlash on both sides of the spectrum that have caused, what some may say, horrible press for all.

Lock Phone to Save Money

Lock Phone to Save Money

Published on November 16, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. By Mary Catherine Molay With the holiday season quickly approaching — as well as midterms — you might be looking for ways to gain extra cash fast. As a student, there is an opportunity at your fingertips that

Controlling the Message One Emoji at a Time

Controlling the Message One Emoji at a Time

Published on November 14, 2016, at 4:24 p.m. By Mary Catherine Molay Emojis: To some, they are an intricate part of how we communicate in the 21st century. You can send one to add emphasis, show how you feel and explain what you are doing. Many

What the “Other” Thinks of PR

What the “Other” Thinks of PR

Published on November 11, 2016, at 12:41 p.m. by Megan Perkins. Doctors save lives. Teachers educate students. Police officers fight crime. Public relations practitioners write press releases? The entirety of the public relations profession cannot be summed up in one simple phrase. It’s a complex

Rebranding 2016

Rebranding 2016

Published on November 10, 2016, at 6:41 p.m. by Ashley Stults. The 2016 election has been like no other. Both parties have used uncharacteristic political tactics and seen unpredictable voting. While the Democrats had an unexpected split within the party – as many young voters gravitated

What a Difference a Year Can Make

What a Difference a Year Can Make

Published on November 9, 2016, at 4:34 p.m. By Sonny Franks Tomorrow night, hundreds of the most influential public relations professionals in the country will gather in one place to celebrate seven of their own… and I’ll be there too. The Plank Center for Leadership in

Twitter Troubles

Twitter Troubles

Published on November 7, 2016, at 3:58 p.m. by Ashley Stults. In recent years, social media has become an even bigger part of public relations. With the creation of Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, access to information is now easier than ever. Although all were launched within

Bozo the Bozo?

Bozo the Bozo?

Published on October 31, 2016, at 4:43 p.m. By Mary Catherine Molay. Before you pull out your wig and face paint, remember that there might be repercussions — people are cracking down on individuals dressing up as clowns. Clowns have long been the topic of conversation

Barri Rafferty: President, Mentor and Leader

Barri Rafferty: President, Mentor and Leader

Published on October 21, 2016, at 10:38 a.m. by Sonny Franks. Barri Rafferty did not always know she was destined to be the first female president of Ketchum, one of the most prominent public relations agencies in the world. “I did a lot of experimenting early

Sports PR: Staying Ahead of the Message

Sports PR: Staying Ahead of the Message

Published on October 19, 2016, at 4:10 p.m. by Mary Catherine Molay In the world of sports, messaging can change in an instant. Technology is one of the greatest assets available to the public relations industry, but it can also be one of the most challenging.

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